The feud between the Swans and the Trust has provided an unpleasant backdrop to the chaotic demise of the team's fortunes on the pitch this season.

But the Trust were included in the search for Bob Bradley’s successor, having been annoyed by the fact they were kept in the dark over the American’s own appointment in early October.

Bayern Munich assistant Clement is set to be appointed on Tuesday after agreeing in principle to become Swansea’s third manager of the season, and the Trust feel the appointment of the 44-year-old is far more in keeping with the philosophy of appointing young, ambitious managers that helped the club climb to the heights of the Premier League.

“As a Supporters’ Trust we are of the view that the appointment of Paul Clement represents what Swansea City have traditionally sought in their managers,” said Supporter Director Stuart McDonald.

“He has a pedigree of working at some of Europe’s top clubs, he knows how those teams operate and why they are successful and we believe his ideas and his principles will fit with ‘the Swansea Way’.

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“We feel Paul Clement will give us the chance of retaining our Premier League status and, if that is not possible, of making sure we are a competitive proposition in the Championship.

“We wish him the best of luck and see him as a long-term appointment.”

Mr McDonald was also encouraged by the Trust’s inclusion in Clement’s appointment, which comes on the back of positive talks with majority shareholders Steve Kaplan and Jason Levien.

The Trust still have issues regarding the manner in which the American pair were able to purchase their shareholding, as well as the ownership model the sale has created.

But there have been signs of a productive working relationship being established, particularly since the appointment of Chief Operating Officer Chris Pearlman in October.

“We were certainly pleased by the open channels of communication during the search for our new manager,” said Mr McDonald.

“We have had good discussions with Jason Levien and Steve Kaplan over recent weeks and we are certainly encouraged by that dialogue and their desire to work with us. We feel we have made positive steps in that regard.

“With the managerial recruitment, we all had an input into the criteria of the man we were looking for, what his qualities should be. We were all in agreement on those criteria and hope Paul Clement helps restore the club’s identity.”